Tim Goodwin

With many years of service to local organizations and civic boards, I have the knowledge and experience to make a difference as our next representative in Montpelier. I am running because I want to be an advocate for the people of our five towns and the issues that matter most to you.

Because community service knows no party, my support comes from Republicans, Democrats, and independents. Given the nature of this support, I believe it is incumbent upon me to walk into the State House without a partisan label, which is why I am running as an independent.

For over a decade, we have had representatives who valued our opinions, kept us informed, and sought our input. I promise to do the same.

Property Tax Reform

By reducing state support for the Education Fund, the Legislature has shifted more of the financial burden for K-12 education onto the property tax over the past two years. As your representative, I will use my financial and accounting background to uncover these tax shifts, bring awareness to them, and fight to ensure that the state fully funds its commitment to educating our children – so we can reduce the property tax burden.

Economic Growth

Lots of politicians talk about jobs. But if we are going to offer young Vermonters meaningful opportunities, we need to focus on economic growth strategies that lead to professionally and financially rewarding careers. As the father of two successful small businessmen, I understand that higher education is the first step for many career paths. As your representative, I will advocate for financial incentives to make college more affordable for Vermont families, and promote tax incentives to encourage the development and expansion of local small businesses.

Community Advocate

Whether it’s helping low-income seniors obtain fuel assistance for the winter, or helping to bring state resources into our community after a natural disaster, an effective state representative works to solve problems in our local community. You can count on me to be accessible, dependable, and an effective advocate for you and your neighbors.